

The Happy Hottentots
Synopsis
Two desperate singers take a job as the singing act in a movie theater between shows. They soon regret their decision.
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April 22, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bryan Foy
- Screenplay & Story
- Herman Ruby
- Original Title
- The Happy Hottentots
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- The Vitaphone Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bryan Foy
Herman Ruby
Frank Kesson
Department Leadership Roster
Bryan Foy
Director
Herman Ruby
Writer
Frank Kesson
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Happy Hottentots
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What is The Happy Hottentots about?
Two desperate singers take a job as the singing act in a movie theater between shows. They soon regret their decision.
Who directed The Happy Hottentots?
The Happy Hottentots was directed by Bryan Foy.
Who stars in The Happy Hottentots?
The principal cast of The Happy Hottentots includes Joe Frisco, Bob Callahan, Billy Gilbert, Oscar 'Dutch' Hendrian, Gus Leonard.
When was The Happy Hottentots released and how long is it?
The Happy Hottentots was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 11m.
















